ITALIAN ORGANIC EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL
ITALIAN ORGANIC EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL
To walk among the olive trees on this hill, among plants perennially kissed by the sun and grown where the stone is king, is a great emotion. The healthy fruits that give rise to Costa del Riparo grow in this pristine environment. This incredible extra virgin olive oil has a unique flavour that evokes the very taste of goodness and it is the ideal dressing for a healthy diet.
Harvesting technique: picked by hand with manual or hand-held pneumatic combs.
Harvest time: October and November.
Crushing method: high-tech continuous mechanical crushing equipment.
Storage: reseal after use, keep it in a cool dry place far away from heat and light sources.
Density: average fluidity.
Color: green with a light golden tinge.
Aroma: fragrant and elegant to the nose with hints of vegetal notes that recall the artichoke, white almond and sage. Flanked by the balsamic scent of rosemary and wild mint.
Taste: it is fine and enveloping, marked by vegetal tones of thistle, aromatic notes of mint and spicy nuances of black pepper and cinnamon. Bitter and spicy notes are well expressed and balanced.
Perfect for raw vegetable appetizers and bean salads. It gives its best on yellow squash soup with seared squids. Ideal dressing for lake fish and fresh mushroom side dishes. It goes well with medium-aged cheeses. Excellent when used in the preparation of fruit tarts, apple strudel and chocolate biscuits.
